The feeling of sheer exasperation when you turn around after shutting the car door and realize that you've left the keys inside is hopefully not one you'll ever experience. However, it does happen. And in this article, you'll learn how to unlock your car using simply a shoelace or a piece of string.

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Find a long piece of string. It should be skinny enough to fit between the door and door frame, but thick enough to be sturdy.

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